The Children’s Oncology Support Fund Hosts 4th Annual Aspen Snow Ball Gala at St. Regis Aspen

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Aspen, CO — March 24, 2026 — The Children’s Oncology Support Fund (COSF) hosted its highly anticipated 4th Annual Aspen Snow Ball Gala at the St. Regis Aspen on March 21st, bringing together leaders in philanthropy, entertainment, and business for an unforgettable evening dedicated to advancing pediatric cancer research and wellness programs nationwide.

This year’s elegant black-tie affair embraced a purple and gold palette inspired by the “Pure Imagination” theme, creating an immersive environment filled with magic, wonder, and possibility. The evening underscored a powerful message at the heart of COSF’s mission: remission is the goal, the golden ticket.

The evening was led by COSF Founder, Aspen Snow Ball Chairman, and film producer Thomas Pierce, with Chelsea Handler serving as host. Notable honorees included Philanthropic Achievement Honoree Goldie Hawn, recognized for her work with the MindUP program through The Goldie Hawn Foundation, and Humanitarian of Light Award Honoree Stella Roy. Hawn attended alongside Kurt Russell and was presented her award by Dr. Lawrence Piro, following a heartfelt video tribute and remarks from Kate Hudson.

Guests were treated to standout performances by Wilson Phillips, Rumer Willis, and Mojave Grey, with Wilson Phillips delivering the evening’s headlining set. The program opened with a theatrical presentation inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, featuring Christian Madsen as Grandpa Joe, Mariah Claire Mothner as Charlie, and narration by William H. Macy.

Additional notable attendees included Luis Del Toro, Rachel Zoe, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Sam Trammell, Edgar Ramirez, Brooke Burke, Scott Rigby, Rain Burke, Ethan Curtis, Carolina Guerra, Nolan Funk, Nicky Whelan, Taylen Biggs, and Madalina Ghenea, among others, alongside Vice Chairs Scott and Carly Weber and COSF board member Dr. Lawrence Piro.

Additional COSF Gala Chairs and Co-Chairs in attendance included Julianne Keil, Shari Liu Fellows, Lacy Nicole, Landen Saks, Carla Maresca Eichler, Savanna Mothner, and Bryan Fogel. Additional attendees of note included Streeter McClure, Mahala Hubbell, Julie Gordon, Gretchen Florescue, Dean Sansovich, Max Kondziolha, Luca and Christine Boccia, Marie and Jay Friedsten, Courtney Ivey, H.H. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe, Laura Pietrzak, Bill Sun and Mengyuan Yan, Wendy and Helen Yu, Dr. Jonathan Gordon, Megan Townsend and Scott Perry, Gabriel Baldinucci and Matthew Locastro, Tony and Rachel Marks, Jessica and Lee Cohen, Anita and Raj Rathod, Jackie Cartwright and Maba Ba, Isaac Siegel, Mats Wahlström, Nich Söderblom and Diane Burnett, Shannon Asher and Bailey Everhart, Justin Raanan DDS, Dr. Kayte Susse and Sanjiv Lal, Allen Cheney, Diana Roque Ellis, Paul and Rachel Cathers, Irene Michaels, Nikita Kahn, Kyndra and Gus Dahleh, Laura Macdonald, Ann Desruisseaux, Priya Jain, Patrick Doherty, Mark and Spencer Genz, Chelli and Keith Webster, Lauren Alexandra and Nick Maddux, Aaron Cohen, Lina Hu, Rachael Brook and Shelly Bressler, Thomas Bekman, Kelley Binder, Joanie Bentzin, Margery Pierce, David Manley, Jennifer Star, Sandra Rubini, Rene Elizabeth Blythewood, Christin and Luca Boccin, Edgar Martin, Makala Hubbard, Kathy Towwinston, Leslie Curley, Hannah Gentry, Helena Abbott, Kate Neilson, Sylvia David, Kristin Bingham, Amanda Aviassi, and Spencer Arnold, among many more.

From live and silent auctions to a spirited balloon pop experience, the evening delivered a dynamic and emotionally resonant program. A wide array of luxury brands supported the live auction, silent auction, guest gift bags, talent dressing, and activations, including Brunello Cucinelli, Janet Mandell Showroom, Keiki Co., SkinnyDipped, Alexis Bittar, Lotasi Jewelry, Hearts on Fire, Maison Merenor, Elyzian Fine Jewelry, Artha Wellness Sanctuary, Knesko Skin, Rifkin Raanan, Era’s Clinic, Basestate, Luke Rockhold MMA, Serena Loves, Stripes Beauty, Snowmass Mountain, Kian Aesthetic, TAO, Stubbs & Wooten, Cordova Ski, and many more.

Sponsors and partners for the 2026 Aspen Gala Week included Stella Roy Foundation, Weber Boxer Group, Campari Group, Kinga x Balmoral Defender, Caymus Vineyards, Aero, EarthRoamer, Maybach Ocean Club, Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center, and Läderach, with additional support from Trunks Company Jaipur, Round Hill, Woody Creek Distillers, Entourage, ZigZag, Aspen Art Museum, Caribou Club, St. Regis Aspen, and Limelight Aspen. Beverage and lifestyle sponsors included Patrón El Alto, Aperol, Espolòn, Montelobos, Miraval, Gardenista, Owl’s Brew, Arne’s Reserve Caviar, Holy! Water, Death Before Decaf Nitro Cold Brew, and Saratoga Spring Water.

The star-studded charity gala presented by COSF benefits pediatric cancer programs across the United States through proceeds and year-round initiatives. Founded by Thomas Pierce after losing a close friend to cancer, COSF continues to expand its impact by funding critical care programs and advancing innovative treatment solutions for children in need.

For more information, please visit www.aspensnowballgala.com